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Financial Controller

A Finance Controller is normally someone who is a critical thinker and with strong analytical skills. A Finance Controller will oversee all accounting functions and work alongside yet oversee other colleagues in a finance department.
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Financial Controller

Job Description & Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily financial operations for the company
  • Budgeting, Forecasting and reporting for key decision makers within the business
  • Year end reporting and accounting
  • Supervise an accounting team or finance team
  • Handle a lot of statistical data
  • Manage audits and review findings
  • Assist various departments in creating budgets
  • Ensure the company you work for complies with laws and regulations

Accounts Administrator

£25,000 - £28,000 p/a

Permanent

Tiptree, Essex

Prime Appointments are pleased to be working with a company based in Tiptree who require an Accounts Administrator to join their small busy team. This is a full-time position paying £25,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on experience and working 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday (37.5-hour week).

Date: 25th April 2024

Job ref: KH92377_1714046023

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Finance Manager

£55,000 - £65,000 p/a

Permanent

Harlow, Essex

A client of ours in the Harlow area are recruiting a Finance Manager to join their growing team. This is a full-time position working Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm & Fridays 8.00am - 2.00pm, paying between £55,000 - £65,000 per annum depending on experience.

Date: 15th April 2024

Job ref: KH00088439_1713192671

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Accounts Assistant

£26,000 - £28,000 p/a

Permanent

Chelmsford, Essex

A client of ours in the Chelmsford area are recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm and paying £26,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on experience.

Date: 3rd April 2024

Job ref: KH92281_1712155752

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Financial Controller FAQ's

What Skills & Experience Do I Need?

There are many paths to becoming a Finance Controller:

  • Fully Qualified in ACCA or CIMA
  • University degree in accounting or other finance discipline
  • While some employers are happy to consider qualified by experience candidates (QBE), extensive work experience within an accounting role of 5 years + would be required

However, formal qualifications aren't the only requirements. You will also need to demonstrate:

  • Excellent computer skills including Advanced Excel / MS office
  • The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise
  • The ability to communicate with different employees to explain financial risks
  • A proactive, self-starter
  • Management and leadership experience
  • Analytical skills to analyse data effectively to make decisions
  • Leadership skills to motivate team members

What's the Average Financial Controller Salary?

The average salary for a Finance Controller is £55,000, although this figure can fluctuate depending on location and experience. As you gain more experience and become more qualified, you will find that your overall salary can increase to over £80,000.

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